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#3753 of 4,742 schools in NY

PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32

88 WOODBINE ST, Brooklyn, NY 11221

Enrollment

202

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,753 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#457 of 570

public schools

In district

#16 of 27

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32

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PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School

4.7/10

Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.8/10

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About PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School

PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32. PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School serves approximately 202 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,753 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-27.1 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Chronic Absenteeism40.6%

PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School — Students at PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
42.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 34.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 29 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
22.5%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
15.8%
ELA
21.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.

How PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School Compares

See how PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
21th percentile in NY
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.6%

Location

88 WOODBINE ST, Brooklyn, NY 11221

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 376 (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ACHIEVEMENT FIRST-BUSHWICK CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BUSHWICK (rated 7.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 377 ALEJANDRINA B DE GAUTIER Brooklyn 0.2 mi 3.8
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST NORTH BROOKLYN PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 3.7
BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn 0.2 mi 6.9
PS 75 MAYDA CORTIELLA Brooklyn 0.2 mi 4.2
JHS 291 ROLAND HAYES Brooklyn 0.3 mi 4.9
BUSHWICK COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.4
MATH ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.3
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BUSHWICK Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.1
PS 106 EDWARD EVERETT HALE Brooklyn 0.3 mi 3.6
JHS 383 PHILIPPA SCHUYLER Brooklyn 0.5 mi 4.8
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST-BUSHWICK CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.3
PS 116 ELIZABETH L FARRELL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 3.7
PS 376 Brooklyn 0.5 mi 8.3
EVERGREEN MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR URBAN EXPLORATION Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.7
PS 5 DR RONALD MCNAIR Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.7
PS 309 GEORGE E WIBECAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY (THE) Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.0
EXCELLENCE GIRLS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.8
BROOKLYN EXCELSIOR CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 3.3
ALL CITY LEADERSHIP SECONDARY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.8
PS/IS 45 HORACE E GREENE Brooklyn 0.5 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,122

Median Home Value

$1,061,400

Median Rent

$2,055/mo

Population

90,750

College Educated

42%

Homeownership

21.7%

Avg Commute

42.8 min

Poverty Rate

21.9%

Median Age

32.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School

What grades does PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School serve?

PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School?

PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School has an enrollment of approximately 202 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School rank in NY?

PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School ranks #3,753 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School a charter school?

No, PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School a Title I school?

No, PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School?

94.6% of students at PS 299 Thomas Warren Field School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
96 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
82 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.6%

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